Whirlpool W10240439A Washer User Manual


 
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Before You Start
NOTE: To avoid floor damage during installation, set the washer
o
nto cardboard before moving across floor.
IMPORTANT:
Be sure the foam shipping base has been removed from the
bottom of the washer as directed in the Unpacking
Instructions.
If foam shipping base has not been removed, be sure lid is
secured with tape before laying washer on its back.
Removing the foam shipping base is necessary for proper
operation.
Remove Shipping Base and Packing Ring
1. Place cardboard supports from shipping carton on floor
behind washer for support.
2. Secure the lid with tape.
3. Using 2 or more people, tip the washer onto its back and
place on cardboard supports.
4. Remove foam shipping base.
5. Set washer upright.
6. Remove tape from lid. Open lid and remove foam packing
ring from washer tub. Keep foam packing ring in case you
need to move the washer in the future.
Connect Drain Hose
Proper connection of the drain hose protects your floors from
damage due to water leakage. Read and follow these
instructions.
The drain hose is connected to your washer and is stored inside
the washer cabinet.
Remove drain hose from washer cabinet
Pull the corrugated drain hose out of the washer by first grabbing
the pull tie. Continue to pull the hose until the end emerges. Do
not force excess drain hose back into the rear of the washer.
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install washer.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.